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 The JET Pogramme, Cultural Section, Embassy of Japan NCB Towers, North Tower, 6th Floor 2 Oxford Road, Kingston 5 The application process for the 2012 JET Programme is now open.Step 1. Download and read the 2012 JET Programme Application Guideline (PDF) Step 2. Download and complete the 2012 JET Programme Application Form (PDF)
Step 3. Submit applications to:
Application deadline is 1 p.m., December 2, 2011. Late applications will NOT be accepted. For inquiries, please contact Ms. Barrett on 929-3338-9 ext 237 (9 a.m. -12 noon) or by email at eoj15@cwjamaica.comAbout the Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Programme The Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Programme, now in its 24th year, is aimed at promoting grass-roots international exchange between Japan and other nations. The number of countries sending participants has risen over the years, as has the number of participants. In 2010, the Programme has welcomed 4,334 participants from 36 countries. No matter where you go in Japan today, you will find JET participants developing strong relationships with their local communities through foreign language education and international exchange activities. After completing their time on the Programme, many former JET participants use their experiences in Japan to continue enhancing relations between Japan and their home countries. The Council of Local Authorities for International Relations (CLAIR) administers the JET Programme in cooperation with local government organisations; the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (MIC); the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA); and the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT). CLAIR provides support for both JET Programme participants and their contracting organisations by arranging each JET participant's arrival, holding orientation seminars, as well as providing counselling and distributing a wide variety of essential resource materials and information. The JET Programme has gained high acclaim both domestically and internationally for its role in advancing mutual understanding and for being one of the world's largest exchange programmes. We hope many more individuals and regions will participate on the JET Programme during the 21st century so that even more progress can be made in the internationalisation of our local communities. Are you thinking about applying for the JET Programme? If you are an enthusiastic, motivated and dedicated individual, why not embark upon a journey that will change your life? Each year the JET Programme, with the aid of the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, recruits thousands of new participants to come to Japan and experience a new and unique way of life. Participants are assigned to be either Assistant Language Teachers (ALTs) who provide language instruction in elementary, junior and senior high schools; Coordinators for International Relations (CIRs) who work in communities on international exchange activities; or Sports Exchange Advisors (SEAs) who promote international exchange through sports. Participants are placed with local government organisations throughout Japan in every imaginable locality, including large cities, small and medium-sized towns, and rural farming and fishing villages. A one year term on the JET Programme could be just what you are looking for to broaden your horizons and take a different step in life. For more information about applying for the JET Programme, dowload the JET Programme pamphlet, and then contact the Embassy of Japan in your country of nationality to apply. Links for more information The Official JET Website by the Council of Local Authorities for International Relations: www.jetprogramme.org The Japan Ministry of Foreign Affairs: www.mofa.go.jp/jet/. The JET Alumini Association of Jamaica: www.jamaica.jetalumni.org/cms
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